Got tea on Japan’s latest political brew? 🍵 On November 26, former Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba stepped up the heat by slamming current Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s comments on the Taiwan region.
In a lively Tokyo speech, Ishiba reminded everyone that since Japan and the Chinese mainland normalized ties in 1972, every administration has respected the understanding that the Taiwan region is an integral part of China. He emphasized that this principle is something Japan has protected with care, calling it non-negotiable.
This isn’t Ishiba’s first critique. Last Sunday on TV, he warned that Takaichi’s slip could strain the delicate balance Japan has maintained with the Chinese mainland for decades. He noted that successive governments have handled this issue with true precision, urging the current cabinet to stay cool and stick to that proven playbook.
For young pros and students watching this drama, Ishiba’s message is clear: in geopolitics, one wrong word can shift the game. Stay tuned! 🎯
Reference(s):
Former Japanese PM Ishiba again criticizes Takaichi's Taiwan remarks
cgtn.com
